The Trembling of a Leaf Collection – Rain & Other South Sea Stories
The Trembling of a Leaf Collection – Rain & Other South Sea Stories

Author: William Somerset Maugham

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2023-12-17

Total Pages: 239

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This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. William Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s. Content: The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands The Pacific Mackintosh The Fall of Edward Barnard Red The Pool Honolulu Rain Envoi

Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Collection)
Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Collection)

Author: William Somerset Maugham

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2015-04-11

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 8026833651

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This carefully crafted ebook: "Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Collection)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. William Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s. Content: The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands The Pacific Mackintosh The Fall of Edward Barnard Red The Pool Honolulu Rain Envoi

The Trembling of a Leaf Collection – Rain & Other South Sea Stories
The Trembling of a Leaf Collection – Rain & Other South Sea Stories

Author: William Somerset Maugham

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-11-20

Total Pages: 238

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In William Somerset Maugham's collection, 'The Trembling of a Leaf - Rain & Other South Sea Stories,' readers are transported to the exotic locales of the South Pacific Islands through a series of vivid short stories. Maugham's literary style is characterized by his keen observations of human nature and the exploration of themes such as colonialism, cultural clash, and personal transformation. Each story in the collection delves into the complexities of human relationships and the impact of the tropical environment on the characters' psyche. The atmospheric descriptions and evocative prose immerse the reader in the unique setting of the South Seas, creating a sense of enchantment and intrigue. Maugham's vivid storytelling captures the essence of the era and provides a glimpse into a world that is both alluring and mysterious. Recommended for those interested in exploring the complexities of human nature in exotic settings, 'The Trembling of a Leaf - Rain & Other South Sea Stories' is a captivating read that will leave a lasting impression.

THE TREMBLING OF A LEAF COLLECTION – Rain & Other South Sea Stories
THE TREMBLING OF A LEAF COLLECTION – Rain & Other South Sea Stories

Author: William Somerset Maugham

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2017-08-07

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 8027202019

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This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. William Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s. Content: The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands The Pacific Mackintosh The Fall of Edward Barnard Red The Pool Honolulu Rain Envoi

Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)
Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)

Author: William Somerset Maugham

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2023-12-04

Total Pages: 237

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This carefully crafted ebook: "Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. William Somerset Maugham (1874 – 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s. Content: The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands The Pacific Mackintosh The Fall of Edward Barnard Red The Pool Honolulu Rain Envoi This carefully crafted ebook: "Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. William Somerset Maugham (1874 – 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s. Content: The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands The Pacific Mackintosh The Fall of Edward Barnard Red The Pool Honolulu Rain Envoi This carefully crafted ebook: "Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. William Somerset Maugham (1874 – 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s. Content: The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands The Pacific Mackintosh The Fall of Edward Barnard Red The Pool Honolulu Rain Envoi This carefully crafted ebook: "Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. William Somerset Maugham (1874 – 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer.

Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)
Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)

Author: William Somerset Maugham

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-06

Total Pages: 238

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In 'Rain and Other South Sea Stories,' William Somerset Maugham takes readers on a captivating journey through the exotic South Seas, painting a vivid picture of the colonial experience through a series of short stories. Maugham's literary style is marked by a keen eye for detail and a masterful use of irony, bringing to life the complexities of human nature and the impact of cultural clashes. Set against the backdrop of British imperialism, these stories offer a glimpse into the lives of colonizers and colonized, exploring themes of love, desire, and power dynamics in a foreign land. William Somerset Maugham, a prolific writer and renowned playwright, draws inspiration from his own experiences traveling across the South Pacific to craft this collection. His firsthand observations and interactions with the diverse cultures of the region lend authenticity and depth to the narratives, making them both compelling and thought-provoking. I highly recommend 'Rain and Other South Sea Stories' to readers interested in exploring the complexities of colonialism and cultural encounters. Maugham's poignant storytelling and subtle commentary make this collection a timeless masterpiece worth delving into.

Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)
Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)

Author: William Somerset Maugham

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2015-04-10

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 8026836731

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This carefully crafted ebook: "Rain and Other South Sea Stories (The Trembling of a Leaf Short Stories Collection)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. William Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965) was a British playwright, novelist and short story writer. He was among the most popular writers of his era and reputedly the highest paid author during the 1930s. Content: The Trembling of a Leaf: Little Stories of the South Sea Islands, The Pacific, Mackintosh, The Fall of Edward Barnard, Red, The Pool, Honolulu, Rain, Envoi.

The Trembling of a Leaf
The Trembling of a Leaf

Author: W. Somerset Maugham

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2018-07-28

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13: 9781724442109

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The Trembling of a Leaf Little Stories of the South Sea Islands W. Somerset Maugham Also published under the title "Rain, and Other Stories" after one of the stories was made into a movie starring Joan Crawford. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

Between the Acts
Between the Acts

Author: Virginia Woolf

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-05

Total Pages: 149

ISBN-13:

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This carefully crafted ebook: "Between the Acts" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Between the Acts is the final novel by Virginia Woolf, published in 1941 shortly after her suicide. This is a book laden with hidden meaning and allusion. It describes the mounting, performance, and audience of a festival play (hence the title) in a small English village just before the outbreak of the Second World War. Much of it looks forward to the war, with veiled allusions to connection with the continent by flight, swallows representing aircraft, and plunging into darkness. The pageant is a play within a play, representing a rather cynical view of English history. Woolf links together many different threads and ideas - a particularly interesting technique being the use of rhyme words to suggest hidden meanings. Relationships between the characters and aspects of their personalities are explored. The English village bonds throughout the play through their differences and similarities.